The interior redesign for 1995 was a welcome change. Gone are the flatsurfaces and square corners, replaced by flowing curves and a significant
increase in function.
The new instruments and controls are well located and easy to see, reach
and operate--not to mention far more attractive. Multi-direction face-level
vents for the heating, ventilation and air conditioning are spread across
the dash. A nifty cupholder pops out of the instrument panel and holds
two drink containers without blocking any control functions. In front of
the passenger seat, the instrument panel includes a recessed top with two
more recesses for drinks, but we found them useful only when the vehicle
was not moving. There are storage spots all around, and three power outlets
for running a radar detector, phone, fax or other accessories.
In the back of the extended cab there's a bench seat with room for three,
but it's really best suited for shorter trips. The seatback is pretty upright
and the bench itself is short.
On the plus side there's lots of versatility. The rear seat easily flips
up and out of the way revealing, on one side, a covered compartment for
tire-changing tools and, on the other, a conveniently flat floor surface